Food Service Director Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Culinary Management Experience
• Eight to ten years upscale food service experience, including six years’ experience at the management level
• Experience in personnel management including hiring, supervision, evaluation and succession planning
• Proven track record to achieve company goals in compliance with company/client policies and procedures
• Excellent leadership and organizational skills, and must possess attention to detail
• Supervisory, scheduling, training and coaching skills
• Effective problem solving and conflict management skills
• Ability to multi-task as well as stay on task and concentrate with constant interruptions
• Experience in food purchasing, food costs and inventory control
• Ability to create budgets, flash reports, financial targets and forecasts
• Knowledge of cash handling procedures and reconciliation of multiple cash banks and reports
• Must be knowledgeable on HACCP controls along with proper storage and use of food
• Exceptional business etiquette and client relations
• Manages time effectively and prioritizes tasks to meet deadlines
• Strong catering experience required
• Conformity to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office: Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree is preferred, or equivalent professional experience
• ServSafe or Department of Health certification a plus

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of foodservice management, including production, budgeting, procurement, team leadership, and client engagement.
• Develop and implement food and nutrition programs that exceed expectations.
• Foster team growth and continuously enhance service quality and operational efficiency.
• Maintain the account in accordance with the approved budget while meeting client expectations.
• Maintain excellent relationships with employees, guests and the client, as well as other departments within the operation.
• Promote the professional growth and development of the entire team.
• Foster strong interdepartmental relations and integrate the dining service department with the facility plan of operations.
• Participates in employee meetings, reviews and training programs.
• Manages in compliance with Company established policies and procedures.
• Manages in compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
• Maintains food cost while ensuring quality standards.
• Establishes and maintains good rapport with staff, client and guest and other departments.
• Manages financial acumen for all areas including financial reporting with sales reports P&L reports, writing and adhering to annual budgets and cash handling.
• Analyzes and creates trends for financial data.
• Manages purchasing and inventory controls.
• Plans menus in consultation with chefs.
• Is knowledgeable on HACCP controls along with proper storage and use of food.
• Monitor compliance with health and fire regulations regarding food preparation and serving.

Benefits

• Retirement Plan
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)